US Bridges

ST 1 A/Lee Brbnk over Comb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr

Fair

Suffolk County, Massachusetts · 1000 Ft SW of Jet SR60&1A · Structure no. R0501839CDOTNBI

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel Continuous
Length
177 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
54,957
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 1 A/Lee Brbnk over Comb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying ST 1 A/Lee Brbnk over Comb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 91 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 54,957 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 82,755 by 2031. The structure is 177 ft (53.9 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesST 1 A/Lee Brbnk
CrossesComb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr
Location1000 Ft SW of Jet SR60&1A
RouteState Highway 1
Coordinates42.40712, -71.00271
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating58.3 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length177 ft (53.9 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54,957 (2020)
Projected traffic82,755 by 2031
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$12.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 1 A/Lee Brbnk over Comb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is ST 1 A/Lee Brbnk over Comb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does ST 1 A/Lee Brbnk over Comb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr carry?

About 54,957 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is ST 1 A/Lee Brbnk over Comb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr?

The structure is 177 ft (53.9 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns ST 1 A/Lee Brbnk over Comb ST16 & Mbta/Bmrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.